Katandra Gardens - VIC Yarra Valley Dandenong Ranges, Wandin

Address:

49 Hunter Road , Wandin, Victoria 3139, Australia

Description:

The Accommodation 4 self contained cottages and B&B accommodating up to 12 guests. The cottages are suitable for long term stays as well as short term stays. The accommodation would also suit wedding parties wanting to stay two nights and have a "get-together barbecue' the day after the wedding. The accommodation has a four and a half star rating. The ideal retreat with magnificent views, a wildlife lake, prolific bird-life, and tranquil surrounds. The Gardens 8 acres of landscaped gardens featuring an amazing collection of Australian native plants. Guests and garden visitors have, on numerous occasions claimed this to be the best garden they have ever seen. One guest said she needn't go to Western Australia after coming here as she has already seen her "Mini Kings Park." Chat with Bob, Australia?s Gardener of the Year 2005.? Be amazed by his passion for the unique and unusual Australian flora and bird-life. The gardens are open to the public and guided tours can be arranged.

Children: 17 and under

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Location:

Katandra Gardens is set centrally in the heart of the Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges at Wandin. Wandin is a fruit growing area with magnificent views over the Yarra Valley in one place and the Dandenong Ranges from another place. It is at 49 Hunter Road Wandin in the Yarra Valley and Dandenongs area. For those wiith a Melways map the address is Map 121 C3 Under an hour from Melbourne CBD and less than 25 minutes from the Healesville Sanctuary, Puffing Billy, wineries, Rhododendron Gardens, Warburton Trail, William Ricketts, and National Parks.

Facilities:

• 24 hour reception
• Barbecue area
• Car Parking
• Cot
• Hair Dryer
• Internet Access
• Non smoking establishment
• On-site manager
• Picnic Facilities
• Quality Linen
• Queen Bed

Hibiscus Suite

Room Type:

Bed and breakfast

Room Information:

This suite is part of the house building but has its own separate entrances to allow for your privacy. It has TV, DVD/VCR, a bar fridge, tea/coffee making facilities, a corner spa-bath and a large library. The bed is a queen-sized brass bed with an electric blanket. Heating in the bedroom is reverse cycle. There is also an extra bedroom for guests travelling with friends who do not mind sharing the bathroom. This room has twin beds in it. The small lounge has an electric log fire.

Room Facilities:

• Air conditioning
• Bar - Fridge
• CD player
• Clock Radio
• Colour television
• DVD player
• Electric Blankets
• Hairdryer
• Heating
• Insect screens
• Ironing equipment
• Non Smoking Only
• Private shower/Toilet
• Queen Bed
• Spa Bath
• Tea/coffee making
• Video

Occupancy:

Included in the published rate is 2 adults. (Maximum occupancy - 4 guests). Of the extra guests 2 may be an adult.

Correa and Banksia Cottages

Room Type:

Self contained cottages

Room Information:

Each cottage is self contained with full kitchen facilities, a large balcony, ensuite, queen sized bed, cosy gas heating and expansive views over the 8 acre garden, across the lake, over the yarra Valley and to the distant mountain range. The cottage is a one-bedroom cottage. The couch can be made into a bed for an older child but the cottage is not suitable for children 6 months to 6 years.

Room Facilities:

• Air conditioning
• Balcony
• CD player
• Colour television
• Electric Blankets
• Full cooking facilities
• Hairdryer
• Heating
• Insect screens
• Ironing equipment
• Microwave oven
• Non Smoking Only
• Private shower/Toilet
• Queen Bed
• Refrigerator
• Self catering (full kitchen)
• Sofa bed
• Tea/coffee making
• Toaster
• Video

Occupancy:

Included in the published rate is 2 adults. (Maximum occupancy - 2 guests).

Blue Wren Cottage

Room Type:

Self contained cottage

Room Information:

A modern 1 bedroom cottage with all facilities set privately amidst a magnificent 8 acre garden. It offers privacy, tranquility and an opportunity to relax enjoying the garden views and to the distant mountains. The cottage has its own private carpark and has a fully equipped kitchen, large television and all you could want for that special away from home experience. The bed is queen sized and guests can lie in bed drinking in the amazing views from the bed. The couch makes into a very comfortable bed for two singles travelling together.

Room Facilities:

• Air conditioning
• Balcony
• Clock Radio
• Colour television
• DVD player
• Electric Blankets
• Full cooking facilities
• Hairdryer
• Heating
• Insect screens
• Ironing equipment
• Microwave oven
• Non Smoking Only
• Opening Windows
• Private shower/Toilet
• Queen Bed
• Refrigerator
• Self catering (full kitchen)
• Sofa bed
• Spa Bath
• Tea/coffee making
• Toaster
• Video

Occupancy:

Included in the published rate is 2 adults. (Maximum occupancy - 4 guests). Of the extra guests 2 may be an adult.

Wattle View Cottage

Room Type:

Self Contained Cottage

Room Information:

This cottage has magnificent views out over the garden, the lake and to the distant ranges. It is fully self contained with a large balcony facing the view. All breakfast provisions are left in the cottage for guests to cook breakfast at their leisure. A second bedroom has a double bed. If extra guests stay they must share the bathroom with its shower, toilet and spabath. The cottage is not suitable for children 6 months to 6 years. The queen sized bed in the main bedroom and the double bed in the second bedroom both have electric blankets. The dining area has extensive views through a bay window where guests can watch the birds and take in the beautiful garden views.

Room Facilities:

• Air conditioning
• Balcony
• CD player
• Clock Radio
• Colour television
• DVD player
• Electric Blankets
• Full cooking facilities
• Hairdryer
• Heating
• In-room spa bath
• Insect screens
• Ironing equipment
• Microwave oven
• Non Smoking Only
• Opening Windows
• Private shower/Toilet
• Queen Bed
• Refrigerator
• Self catering (full kitchen)
• Spa Bath
• Tea/coffee making
• Telephone
• Toaster

Occupancy:

Included in the published rate is 2 adults. (Maximum occupancy - 4 guests). Of the extra guests 2 may be an adult.

Children & Extra Guest Policy:

Children are charged at adult rates and the accommodation is not suitable for children 6 months to 6 years.

Reception Information:

Reception is open 24 hours a day for phone calls and guests are welcome to come to reception if they are sick on have any great needs.

Business Facilities:

The phone, fax and email facilities are available by arrangement. Overseas calls are accepted at katandra Gardens but guests do not have access to ring overseas.

Car Parking:

Car Parking is off street. Wattle View cottage and Blue Wren cottage each have their own car-park. The other cottages and suite have a car parking area close to the house building.

Things to do:

Guests have games in their rooms. Our gardens of 8 acres are open for guests to wander at their leisure and as hosts we are happy to take guests on a personalised guided tour of the gardens with prior booking.

Local Attractions:

Wandin is a rural fruit growing area with cherries, apples, strawberries, peaches, and grapes as well as having a number of small flower farms. Several farms have cattle and although less than an hour from Melbourne this is a rural area. The closest townships are approximately 3 minutes away as is the award winning restaurant "Rustic Charm," at Wild Cattle Creek winery. Also about 3 minutes away is "The Twisted Vine" winery and restaurant. Within 5 to 6 minutes there are some very good boutique wineries to visit as well as Warratina Lavender Farm and Mont De Lancey homestead with its high quality museum. Seville Hill winery offers a very personal visit with guests able to meet the winemaker. About 3 minutes from Katandra Gardens are a number of tea rooms.

Getting There:

From the Airport: If you are coming from the airport the quickest way would be to turn off the Tullamarine Freeway at Bell Street (route no 40). (This is the last exit before the Toll Way). Bell Street becomes Banksia Street. Follow through to Manningham Road (still route 40), then right onto Williamsons Road and Tram Road (still route 40). Turn left at the Eastern Freeway to its end. Turn right onto Springvale Road, then very soon turn left onto Maroondah Highway (Which is Whitehorse Road), and it heads east. (route 34). Pass through Lilydale and head along Maroondah Highway until you meet the Warburton Highway turnoff. Turn right towards Warburton (B 380) and about 8km on you will see Wellington Road (A big "Katandra Gardens" sign is there). Turn right and keep on Wellington Road to the top of the hill then turn left into Hunter Road. We are just five drives down on the left. From Melbourne: If you are coming straight from Melbourne use the Eastern Freeway then turn right at the end of the freeway at Springvale Road, turn left onto Maroondah Highway (Which is Whitehorse Road), and it heads east. (route 34). Pass through Lilydale and head along Maroondah Highway until you meet the Warburton Highway turnoff. Turn towards Warburton (B 380) and about 8km on you will see Wellington Road (A big "Katandra Gardens' sign is there). Turn right and keep on Wellington Road to the top of the hill then turn left into Hunter Road. We are just five drives down on the left. Alternate Route from Melbourne: Alternately, come from Melbourne via Canterbury Road, (route 32). Keep on this road (C 401). Turn right up York Road (C 402) to the roundabout then follow C 404 for about 4km to Hunter Road and stay on Hunter Road until you see our sign on the left. If you have a "Melways Map", turn to Page 121 and we are on C.3. or a "UBD Map", then turn to Page 263 and we are on L.2. If you hit any problems give us a ring on 5964 4523.